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A pastor and farmer identified as Tay Martins, has bared his mind on the Fulani herdsmen saga which has been rocking the country for months now. According to him, there is a group of a vicious and sinister nature that are orchestrating these killings and trying to manipulate Nigerians into believing it's Fulani herdsmen.

Read the man's lengthy piece below;

Let me start by saying i used to be a big supporter of President Buhari. I still like him, but my approval rating of him has dropped; and this has nothing to do with the ongoing killings by herdsmen. I have been trying to assess the herdsmen situation from several point of view. If you carefully engage the sixth sense, you will agree with me that certain things concerning this menace does not add up.

My opinion of the above: One: the pastor received an intelligent report about those who were behind the killings. In my belief: that intelligence report was credible and genuine. But someone somewhere, who wants the pastor to disbelieve the credibility of the report wrote him the letter purporting to be from Fulani herdsmen. Purpose of which to steer up religious sentiments in this killing saga and to consolidate our thinking that the killers are Fulani herdsmen, contrary to what the report might have stated.

What i see here is a manipulation. There is a group of a vicious and sinister nature that are orchestrating these killings and trying to manipulate Nigerians into believing it's Fulani herdsmen. As for me, the letter they sent to the pastor just gave out their schemes. This manipulation is the handy-work of a group of syndicates, somewhere.

My Fulani Story:

I am a Pastor and Farmer. I share a river from which I irrigate my farm with Fulani herdsmen. There they bring their cattle to drink water. There is a large stretch of my land that are yet to be cultivated. Sometimes I see these herdsmen feed their cattle of that part of my land. At first I was worried and apprehensive of them bringing their cattle on it but from the distance where I watch, I saw them standing guard, preventing any in the cattle from coming onto the cultivated farmland. I saw how they speak languages (like a warning) at the cow and the animal obey by stepping back. I also watch how they beat (with their staff) the hell of out of any cow that dare step into my farm. One day I walk to them. As they saw me coming, they came towards me smiling like they already knew my worries. They greeted and spoke to me in fluent Yoruba language.

They told me not to worry about my farm; that they would secure it from the cattle. Then they begged me for water. I realize they could not drink of the river when and after the cattle steps in. So I took them to one of the surface tanks on my farm and told them they could come for drinking water as much as they need. They just took enough in a water bottle and left. At another time I engaged them in further discussions, where they told me that cattle belongs to one popular Yoruba –my tribe’s man. That they are only workers skilled in the keeping of cattle, working for my tribe’s man. I was amazed to hear that.

I don’t stay in the farm 24hrs but I have never return to find them destroyed my crops. But there was a time their cattle, while drinking stepped on and broke my water irrigation pipe. I called their attention to it, they apologized sincerely and offered to pay for the replacement, which I refused. They promised to take extra measures to prevent it from happening again. At another time, I realize that they usually hang a scabbard (cover of sword or large knife) on their shoulder. Very funny, but then I asked: what is that sword for? I was expecting them to say something like: it is for protection against thieves that might want to steal their cow. But no, they told me they carry it around in case any in the cattle would die of sudden illness or snake bite, they would quickly slaughter it and sell the beef. That it is unethical for them to sell beef of cattle that died before being slaughtered.

Sometimes they wave at me by the road side when I drive home from the farm, seeking a lift. Then I stop my car to pick them but won’t even recognize who they are. In the car they would ask: sir, don’t you recognize me? I am the cattle man. Amazingly I will shout wow! You’ve changed. We both laugh and they tell me: we are going to town to make some purchase and that is why they are not in herdsman clothing. No conflict or violence with Fulanis has ever been recorded in that village community to my hearing.

This is my own story with Fulani Herdsmen. I keep picture records of events on my farm because I don’t know when I may qualify for grant. Those are pictures that reflect some activities on my farmland. In the ordinary I would not have shared them for now. But if it could promote peace; why not? Maybe herdsmen are not the enemy here; because I think about this all the time. Herdsmen attack? How are we sure they are Fulani Herdsmen? Is it because they come with their cattle when they attack? I just don’t understand.

My message: let’s be very careful on what we think and what we say. I have noticed that a lot of unconfirmed videos and contents are flying around on our electronic devises. Let us employ the wisdom to verify all things and hold strong which is the truth. The first question you should ask yourself when you receive a content (video, image or text); would this promote peace or generate hate? Think twice before you share. Let us resist the powers that are trying to bring us into strife and divide. I know that many region (if not all) has a reason to be very angry. But the battle to win Nigeria back into her glorious destiny is not of bullet but of the mind. We need to be at peace with one another. Check at all the nations in conflict with their selves. No one is talking about development but about relief and humanitarian situation & solutions. What they continue to get in place of development is death and destruction, until peace if first achieved. Peace is the platform or vehicle by which every good thing comes. Peace is not for free, we sacrifice for it. Peace does not stay or wait; we pursue after it.

How do we sacrifice for peace? I know many of us has lost so much or even too much already. Both Christians and Muslims, this nation mourns with you. But remember that every precious thing you have lost can only be regarded as sacrifice when you forgive. Forgiveness is the sacrifice of peace; and your sacrifices towards the unity and progress of this nation shall never be in vain. If not in your lifetime, your children shall speak of your good story. I plead with you; let us give peace a chance to survive –meaning: we are just about to kill peace.

A light in the tunnel: hope is very near. I can see God raising the next generation of liberal minded leaders. We (our generation) are younger and has seen better things and so shall do better things. If this generation of leaders that has ruled us since the beginning of Nigeria refuses to step off the mantle; I hope they are seeing the writing on the wall that their time is almost up. But if they refuse to retire and pass leadership to the next generation, nature is just about to retire them. As the next generation prepares, let us learn from their mistakes and not wallow in the same folly. God bless Nigeria.

Tay Martins

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/my-twist-into-fulani-herdsmen-killings-by-pastor-tay-martins.html

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A Nigerian make up artist and hair stylist (beatbyace) took to his social media page to share pictures of a model who went totally unclad just for body work of art. The model stripped off and went unclad as the artist covered her body in paint (from head to toe).

Online users have reacted differently to this after the photos emerged online. See below;

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/lady-goes-nked-nigerian-artist-covers-body-paint-photos.html

A thief was seriously dealt with after sneaking into a female hostel to steal at the Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. The young man was caught by some ladies who noticed his suspicious movement before alerting others. He was beaten mercilessly before he was handed over to the school's security personnel.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/thief-beaten-mercilessly-caught-stealing-female-hostel-photos.html

A lady identified as Amarachi Azubuike, has recounted her horrific ordeal at the hands of a motorcyclist a.k.a Okada man who robbed her and threatened to rape her along a lonely road in Lagos. The motorcyclist seriously injured the lady in the course of the robbery - knocking her out with punches.

Read her story below;

I was on my way back from school as at 21st December, at Oshodi express way. The hold up was much then I decided to enter a motorcycle not knowing the motorcyclist was an armed robber, we negotiated how much I would give to him and he agreed. Getting to a particularly spot he said I should get down that it seem his motorcycle was faulty, I just did as he said, I stood waiting for him to work on his motorcycle at the lonely road because it was already late.

The next I could see was a gun pointed at my face telling me to bring my money phone and my chain or he rapes me, immediately with fear I did, not just that, he had to punch me twice heavily on my eyes and nose, I fainted at that same spot, my nostril was bleeding as well.

I managed to open my eyes only for me to see myself on a motorcycle with a good Samaritan that helped me to the clinic close by. I thank God for my life I wasn't blind.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/lady-recounts-ordeal-robbed-injured-okada-man-lagos-photos.html

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This is really encouraging. Here's an inspiring photo-story featuring a young entrepreneur who started making waves for herself during her teenage years. The young graduate of the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers state usually combs dirty dumpsites for old tyres and turn them into masterpieces for the home...

The adorable lady has put her hands to great use, churning out art from waste.

She's the CEO of Beauberry Creations....converting waste to wealth is one of the offshoots of the company.

By using old tyres, she produces beautiful household furniture that can be used as centerpieces and for storing books, newspapers, and small household items.

Her Eco-friendly work also helps reducing waste in the environment.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/ajayi-beauty-martins-the-lady-who-makes-household-items-with-used-tyres.html

Former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Chief Olusegun Aremu Obasanjo (GCFR), Ph.D, was yesterday evening honoured as the first recipient of a doctorate degree from the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). The former president celebrated with friends and associates in Abuja to celebrate the great achievement..

Olusegun Obasanjo made history as he received a doctorate in Christian Theology, the university’s first PhD.

It is reported that Obasanjo would be considered for an appointment as a facilitator or supervisor as PhD was the least qualification for one to teach in the institution.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/olusegun-obasanjo-emerges-first-phd-graduate-at-noun.html

A young man got more than he bargained for after he and his gang went to steal from a transformer in Sapele area of Delta state. According to reports, in the course of vandalizing the transformer, light was brought as shocked the the young man was shocked by the electric current to the extent that he lost his memory.

The other thieves (his gang members) on seeing what had happened, abandoned him there and took to their heels.

The young man who was later arrested - is currently in police custody and is said to still be malfunctioning due to electric shock.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/thief-loses-memory-electric-shock-stealing-delta-state-photos.html

This is very unfortunate. A police officer was gruesomely killed yesterday by armed robbers at his duty post located at Wapa Super Market in Katsina state. According to reports, the police officer left his home by 6pm, he was shot dead by the armed robbers at exactly 7pm (1 hour later).

The robbers reportedly made away with goods and undisclosed sum of money.

May his soul rest in peace.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/armed-robbers-kill-police-officer-one-hour-resuming-duty-katsina-photos.html

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A Deacon and former Sunday School Superintendent in Assemblies of God Church, Karu FCT, was killed by armed robbers Thursday, January 11, 2018 after a raid on his residence in Abuja. Elder Michael Ibu, was reportedly shot and killed after his properties were robbed by the men of the underworld.

A church member identified as Gladys Chi Chi Ejim, has revealed how two of the armed robbers who partook in the killing of the deacon were apprehended after they were arrested "spiritually" as they allegedly confessed to the crime. One of the armed robbers was also killed by the police.

Below is what was shared online;

SO PAINFUL! Elder Michael Ibu rest in the bosom of the Lord. A Deacon & a S/S Supdtd @ AGC Karu 1, FCT Abuja. 0n 11/01/18, armed robbers broke into his house in the night, collected money 'n handsets from everybody in the house 'n shot him dead.

His body now is in the mortuary. On Sunday 14/01/18 Abj East Dist. under the leadership of Rev. Chuks Ogbuji sent delegates who came to pray for the family 'n comforted the Church. With heaviness in heart, the church cried for vengeance. That same Sunday evening, one of them (robbers) entered our late bro. house lying on a seat pretended to be sympathizer. He was there till 9-10pm.

Then the spirit of this widow could not contend with the person she was seeing @ that late hour. She stood 'n challenged his mission, confession made open. Police were alerted 'n he was picked up, b4 we know it, another person among them surfaced, making two. On interrogation, they led the policemen to the very one who shot our Elder. That one saw policemen 'n ran, them (Police) wasted him. Proofing the word of God in (Leviticus 24:17) etc. Dear friends I decree this 2018, that God will waste our wasters. Destroy our destroyers in the name of Jesus I pray Amen. Join me pray for the family of our late brother Michael Ibu, that God will sustain their faith.

Elder Michael Ibu rest in the bosom of the Lord. A Deacon & a S/S Supdtd @ AGC Karu 1, FCT Abuja. 0n 11/01/18, armed robbers broke into his house in the night, collected money 'n handsets from everybody in the house 'n shot him dead.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/elder-michael-ibu-killed-by-armed-robbers-in-abuja.html

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A man identified as Mr Mike Akwaja was allegedly shot and butchered by suspected Fulani herdsmen at Gbor Igyo in Mbagwen in Benue state. According to reports, two women were also killed by the suspected herdsmen during the attack as they died on the spot.

The slain man, Mr Mike Akwaja, was killed leaving behind his wife and 10 children.

May the souls of the departed rest in peace.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/father-10-children-shot-butchered-fulani-herdsmen-benue-state-photos.html

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History was made today, Wednesday, January 17 as two female officers were winged by the Nigerian Air Force after embarking on a one-year training programme in Westline Aviation in South Africa where they qualified as pilots.

They are Flying Officers OS Ijelu and GC Nwaogwgwu. They were winged alongside 9 other male flying officers in a ceremony which a former Chief of Defence Staff, Air Chief Marshal Paul Dike (rtd) was the guest of honour..

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/two-female-officers-winged-nigerian-air-force-qualifying-pilots-photos.html

Two Students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto reportedly died as a result of a ghastly accident that happened at shagari local government on Sunday night around 7:30pm on their way to school from Niger state. The incident involved three vehicles including the bus carrying the deceased.

Two people died instantly (Muhammad and aliyu Muhammad) and Adamu Bunyaminu died on the way to the Hospital.

Aliyu Muhammad a 300L student of Agriculture was taken to his mother land, Maru in Zamfara state and
Adamu Bilyaminu's(200L statistics) corpse was brought to school and buried at the University's burial ground immediately after the funeral prayer.

The funeral prayer was lead by Dr Gambo with Staff and students of the University in attendance.

The Imam advised Muslims after the burial on the virtue of good deeds he said "death can come anytime, so be prepared " he prayed and sympathised with the relatives of the deceased.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/two-students-killed-fatal-multiple-accident-returning-school-photos.html

A lady known as Kyke Davies, has lamented about the bad and dirty state of Lagos Island after visiting the area yesterday. The lady who took pictures of the horrible area - revealed how displeased she was by the heap of refuse and stench which she said was an assault.

Below is what she wrote on Facebook;

I was in Lagos Island today and look what I found. Beside the Lagos central mosque was this eyesore and other parts of the market. People are already making business out of this by selling nose cover .

The heap of refuse, stench was an assault. I got home and could still smell this . WTH! On my way to the salon to take out my hair. I couldn’t get the smell out of my nose. I am traumatized!

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/lady-laments-visiting-area-lagos-island-see-saw.html


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A 17-year-old lady identified as Ogechukwu who was arrested while pregnant alongside others by her employer for allegedly stealing in Delta state - has lost her twin babies after surgery in a hospital. According to the CEO Behind Bars imitative Prince Gwamnishu Harrison, who helped in securing her bail, the young lady was allegedly drugged and raped by her sister's boyfriend who got her pregnant some months ago.

According to her custodian, Harrison, the young lady lost her babies after she was registered in a government hospital which left her in pain for days. According to reports, when the doctors opened her womb, they discovered that the twin were baby were lifeless..

This is so sad.

Source; https://www.nationalhelm.co/2018/01/17-year-old-rape-victim-ogechukwu-loses-her-twin-babies.html

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